Dr. Brian Peck

Biography

Brian Peck joined USC Gould School of Law as the Executive Director of the Center for Transnational Law and Business and serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Law. Since 2016, he has contributed to the Center’s efforts in promoting policy analysis and assisting international businesses in navigating complex trade compliance environments. Prior to his current role, Peck was the Deputy Director for International Affairs and Business Development at the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) from 2013 to 2016. He has experience as an international trade and intellectual property attorney, advising clients on trade compliance, regulatory matters, and government policy. Peck has held significant positions, including Senior Director for Intellectual Property at the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative and Director of Japanese Affairs. In these roles, he negotiated and oversaw intellectual property provisions in Free Trade Agreements and led interagency teams to strengthen international IP rights enforcement. Peck has extensive experience in international litigation and trade affairs, working for the U.S. Trade Representative and managing legal cases in both U.S. and international contexts. He graduated cum laude from the University of San Diego School of Law and earned his BA from the University of California, Berkeley.

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